HOW TO FLOSS YOUR TEETH?

            DENTAL FLOSS


Dental Floss-
   It is either a bundle of thin nylon filaments or plastic (teflon or polyethlene) ribbon used to remove food and dental plaque (thin biofilm or layer of bacteria that is present on the surface of tooth) from interproximal (between two teeth) areas of the teeth.
     
Variety-  Flavoured or Unflavoured, Waxed or Unwaxed.

• Waxed makes it easier to slide, advised to use in children.

Floss holder/dental floss stick-  2 types- Knife shaped, Y shaped.

Tool for flossing, suitable for Parents in helping Children or individuals with Special Needs.










Technique-

Take 12-18 inches of floss and grasp it so that you have couple inches between your hands.

Slip floss between teeth and into area between teeth and gums as far as it will go.






Floss with 8-10 VERTICAL STROKES (UP AND DOWN) to dislodge food and plaque.

To remove the floss, use the same back and forth motion to bring the floss up and away from the teeth.


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How often- Atleast ONCE a day. especially before going to bed.

Caution- Clean gently, try not to injure the gums.